While our students enjoyed a sunny day of play, our dedicated teachers and staff were hard at work enhancing their skills. They spent the morning engaged in training sessions and the afternoon participating in breakout sessions on various subjects, all led by their fellow colleagues.
This week, students at Angola Elementary schools were presented with an exciting opportunity by Mackenzie Otter with the city of Angola Mayor's office. The City is hosting a design contest for this year's Christmas card. Each student has the option to submit one hand-drawn picture. The City Art Council will review all submissions and select one winner from each school. The lucky winners will have their artwork featured on 25 Christmas cards, along with a festive stocking filled with goodies. It's a wonderful chance to showcase creativity and spread holiday cheer! It is a great way to celebrate Day 2 of Arts in Education Week.
Today in Arts In Education Week we celebrate STEAM class at Carlin Park taught by Taylor Rigsby! The classes worked on drawing about what they would put in their dream house.
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are writing to inform you about a situation that occurred today. Our school administration was made aware of a possible threat to the safety of our school community. Please rest assured that after a thorough investigation conducted in cooperation with local law enforcement, the threat was determined to be not credible. The safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. We are taking all necessary precautions and working closely with authorities to ensure the continued safety of everyone on our campus. School will continue as scheduled, and all activities will proceed as planned. Thank you to our law enforcement partners, our school community, teachers, and students in staying vigilant in keeping our schools safe.
Matthew L. Widenhoefer, Ph.D.
Superintendent
Literacy continues to be a major focus for our schools.
September Days to Remember - Sept. 13th is a professional development day for staff. Students will NOT have classes that day!
Take time and enjoy the day with your family and friends!
Today, students at Ryan Park, took part in the exciting "Rhino Way" parade! This event is a celebration of the positive actions students demonstrate every day. At the end of each month, those who have earned the Rhino Way Award are honored with a parade through the school, cheered on by their peers and greeted with high fives all around. Congratulations to all our Rhinos—keep up the fantastic work!
Child Find Meeting: Special Education Rules Title 511 Article 7 Rule 34 requires that public schools hold a consultation session with parents of homeschooled students who have children with a disability or suspected of having a disability that resides in the school district's area. The Metropolitan School District of Steuben County will hold this “Child Find” consultation session on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 3:00 PM. The session will be at 400 S. Martha Street, 2nd Floor Board Room.
Please call 260.665.2854 (Ext: 1303) if you have additional questions.
Stinger and Dr. Matt Widenhoefer are bringing the school spirit and wish all our teams good luck this weekend, week, and season!
Today, students at Ryan Park, took part in the exciting "Rhino Way" parade! This event is a celebration of the positive actions students demonstrate every day. At the end of each month, those who have earned the Rhino Way Award are honored with a parade through the school, cheered on by their peers and greeted with high fives all around. Congratulations to all our Rhinos—keep up the fantastic work!
Our elementary schools are filled with smiles and learning whether in the classroom or the office.
Notice from the Angola High School!
Due to the extreme heat, tonight's outdoor events have been postponed.
Boys' and girls' soccer is scheduled to play on Saturday, September 7 at 10 AM.
Tennis is TBD.
Stay cool!
We want to inform you of a medical emergency at Ryan Park Elementary School today. At 8:05 AM, the school went into a “Hold” to keep the hallways clear so that medical personnel could respond quickly and safely. The incident was resolved with the cooperation of our staff and students and the quick action of our first responders. Again, we want to thank our staff, students, and first responders for their help in caring for our students by keeping everyone calm and safe and allowing for a quick response.
The middle school lighthouse team is working on creating reminders of the seven habits they learned in Leader in Me lessons. The papers will be hung together in a collage that will brighten the school walls.
The Angola High school will be holding auditons for this year play "The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong" By Henry Sheilds, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Lewis. Auditions will be held in the high school auditorium on Wed. Aug. 28th from 3:30pm-5:30pm with makeup auditions on Thu. Aug. 29th from 3:30pm-5:30pm. Students can expect to perform cold readings, and should wear attire that they easily can move in. All high school students are welcomed and encouraged to audition.
Principal, Mr. Stellhorn came to visit all Kindergarten classrooms at Hendry Park. He was our Friend of the Day and shared his favorite things with the students! The students listened, interviewed, drew a picture and wrote his name. We turned our writings into a book for him :)
The ELC hosted a pancake with pals event this morning. The breakfast allowed parents to mingle and the students to show off some of the skills they have learned.
The high school entrepreneur class lead by Michelle Davis spent time today on the "Pipe Cleaner Challenge". The goal was to build the tallest tower. Students were challenged to work in a group to plan and then build the tower. Along the way just like in the business world there were obstacles in the way. They had to deal with budget cuts (could only use one arm) and relocation to another country (could not speak to each other). It was a great interactive learning experience for all.
Parents and Fans,
We are excited to open the 2024 football season tomorrow night. We will be hosting DeKalb with a 7 PM kickoff.
Starting at 4:30, Cameron Hospital is bringing their Kid Fun Zone and the Trine National Champion Men's Basketball team will be around to greet and sign autographs. The Hornet team store in the new facility will be open so you can grab your new gear.
Stadium gates open at 5:30.
We are very excited that our new parking lot is fully open! There are many more handicap spots available for those needing this accessibility. For those still opting to park in front of the middle school, please plan to enter the stadium via the tennis courts and the east ticket gate.
